Is getting filler such as Juvederm or Restylane in the forehead for a deep crease an off label procedure and what are the risks associated with putting the filler in this area?I have had Botox already and the deep line is still pronounced and hasn't decreased at all. My dermatologist won't put filler in this area because of the risk of necrosis. Please help with what are my choices and the risks are for this problem. See attached photo (this is after Botox treatments).
July 30, 2009
Answer: Forehead, eyebrow shaping Dear Trish You have a very good question and are correct about the 'off label' use of fillers in the forehead but it can be done safely. The combination of the fillers and Botox can give a very long lasting and pleasing result. With Warm Regards, Trevor M Born MD
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July 30, 2009
Answer: Forehead, eyebrow shaping Dear Trish You have a very good question and are correct about the 'off label' use of fillers in the forehead but it can be done safely. The combination of the fillers and Botox can give a very long lasting and pleasing result. With Warm Regards, Trevor M Born MD
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March 23, 2015
Answer: Juvederm/Restylane Injected in Vertical Forehead Lines, Better When Done Concurrently with Botox Hi Trish, Both Juvederm and Restylane can be used "off-label" to fill the vertical forehead lines between the eyebrows (glabellar lines). In fact, when Botox and either Juvederm or Restylane is used concurrently in this area, there is a synergistic effect that creates a very long lasting (many times permanent) elimination of the lines, even when the Botox wears off. If your dermatologist is uncomfortable injecting in that area, certainly do not have him/her inject you. You do need to choose a very well trained and experienced injector for this treatment as severe complications have been reported if injected in the incorrect manner. Good luck and be well. Dr. P
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March 23, 2015
Answer: Juvederm/Restylane Injected in Vertical Forehead Lines, Better When Done Concurrently with Botox Hi Trish, Both Juvederm and Restylane can be used "off-label" to fill the vertical forehead lines between the eyebrows (glabellar lines). In fact, when Botox and either Juvederm or Restylane is used concurrently in this area, there is a synergistic effect that creates a very long lasting (many times permanent) elimination of the lines, even when the Botox wears off. If your dermatologist is uncomfortable injecting in that area, certainly do not have him/her inject you. You do need to choose a very well trained and experienced injector for this treatment as severe complications have been reported if injected in the incorrect manner. Good luck and be well. Dr. P
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